The state of Wisconsin and Minnesota have a great deal in common: A shared border, thousands of lakes, Big Ten universities with mammals for mascots and people who speak with accents that non-Midwesterners find funny. Both states also have talented angel and venture capital investors who look broadly for deals. Learn how early stage VCs from Wisconsin and Minnesota view prospects for investing in the Upper Midwest at the Tuesday, Sept. 17 meeting of the Tech Council Innovation Network in…

Trust and respect are the two things that every human being seeks out in nearly every interaction. And understanding how you get and use it directly impacts your ability to achieve your dreams and help others achieve theirs. Join author, communication coach, executive, entrepreneur, speaker, and facilitator Jay Williams as he builds a compelling human and business case about just how important trust is. You’ll leave with strategies to help build up credibility both in your personal life and business!

One of the world’s experts on Ebola and influenza viruses will be joined by the head of FluGen Inc. at the Sept. 24 Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon in Madison. The luncheon will be held at The Coliseum Bar & Banquet on E. Olin Ave. Registration and networking begin at 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon and the presentation at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $10 for students and returning veterans, $25 for individual members, $35 for non-members and included for…

Ever wonder why your website visitors hop off your site without ever contacting you? Eagan Heath, owner of Get Found Madison digital agency is here to explain. He’ll go through common mistakes businesses make with their digital marketing, offer tips on how to pose a clear call to action, and share some wisdom about the ever-important marketing funnel. You’ll leave with strategies you need to draw in more leads and make more sales. Are you ready to transform your business?

Are you ready to be inspired? Learn how businesses can be purposeful and profitable. In this session led by Envision IT’s chief evangelist of stakeholder value (president), Nancy Pautsch, we’ll discuss the conscious business movement, outline the foundational pillars of a conscious business, and share inspiring examples of caring organizations that are also successful companies. Business can indeed be a source of meaning and help humanity thrive.

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